How To Fix HTA_HDI_WSM521 - HDI container group '&1' is not in the SAP HANA database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HTA_HDI_WSM - Messages for Workspace Management

• Message number: 521

• Message text: HDI container group '&1' is not in the SAP HANA database

What causes this issue?

The HDI container group is created by default when the system is
installed or upgraded. This group either does not exist or is not c
onfigured.

System Response

The program displays an error message.

How to fix this error?

Check the following locations for further information about how to
proceed when errors occur:
The section <LS>Checking if HDI is Enabled</> in the configuration guide
<LS>Configure your ABAP Development System for Development of HDI
Objects</>
In the troubleshooting sections in the configuration guide or in SAP
Note 2569651 (https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/2569651)
If you cannot find any information here, contact SAP Support on one of
the following components:
If the system is a new installation: BC-INS-SWPM
If the system has been upgraded: BC-UPG-TLS-TLA

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HTA_HDI_WSM521 - HDI container group '&1' is not in the SAP HANA database ?

  The SAP error message HTA_HDI_WSM521 indicates that the HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) container group specified (denoted as &1) is not found in the SAP HANA database. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the HDI container or its configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent HDI Container: The specified HDI container group does not exist in the SAP HANA database.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the HDI container group reference.
  Deployment Issues: The HDI container may not have been deployed correctly or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified HDI container.
  Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the application and the SAP HANA database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify HDI Container Existence:
  
  Check if the HDI container group exists in the SAP HANA database. You can do this by querying the SYS.HDI_CONTROLLERS or using the SAP HANA database tools to list existing HDI containers.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the HDI container group is correctly specified in your application or deployment configuration. Look for any typos or case sensitivity issues.
  
  
  
  Re-deploy the HDI Container:
  
  If the HDI container is missing, you may need to re-deploy it. Use the appropriate deployment tools (like the SAP Web IDE or command line tools) to create or redeploy the HDI container.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account being used has the necessary permissions to access the HDI container. You may need to grant the appropriate roles or privileges.
  
  
  
  Check Connection Settings:
  
  Verify the connection settings in your application to ensure that it is correctly configured to connect to the SAP HANA database where the HDI container resides.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  HDI Containers: HDI containers are used in SAP HANA to manage database artifacts and provide a way to deploy applications in a multi-tenant environment.
  SAP HANA Database: Ensure that you are connected to the correct instance of the SAP HANA database where the HDI container is supposed to exist.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for HDI and SAP HANA for more detailed information on managing HDI containers and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.